IRCC announced revisions to post-graduation work permit eligibility for international graduates of college programs delivered through public-private partnerships. Effective May 15, 2024, this adjustment shifts the eligibility criteria, originally slated for September 1, 2024. Consequently, students enrolling in such programs from May 15, 2024, onward will not qualify for a post-graduation work permit upon completion.
However, graduates can still apply for alternative work permits, particularly for occupations facing shortages in Canada, supported by employer-approved labor market impact assessments.
The list of designated learning institutions, indicating post-graduation work permit eligibility, is available on the IRCC website. IRCC commits to collaborating with provinces and territories to identify affected programs and update the list accordingly.
Summary of article published by IRCC on March 22, 2024, Ottawa.
Source: canada.ca
